Air Peace has expanded its regional footprint with the launch of scheduled flights on the Lagos–Conakry–Bamako route, reinforcing its commitment to improving intra-African connectivity and promoting trade, tourism and economic integration across West Africa.

The inaugural flight departed Murtala Muhammed International Airport Terminal 2 in Lagos on Saturday, August 1, marking another milestone in the airline’s regional expansion strategy.

The new route connects Lagos with Conakry, the capital of Guinea, and Bamako, the capital of Mali, offering passengers more direct travel options while supporting business, cultural exchange and regional cooperation.

According to the airline, the service aligns with its vision of connecting more African cities and providing seamless travel across the continent and beyond.

The Air Peace delegation, led by Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Nowel Ngala, and Director of Flight Operations, Capt. Augustine Kamano, was received at Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport in Conakry by Guinea’s Minister of Transport, Ousmane Gaoul Diallo; Nigeria’s Ambassador to Guinea, Amb. Umaru Kamfu; Director of Guinea’s Civil Aviation Authority, Thiam Oumar Sekou; and members of the Nigerian community.

Speaking at the reception, Diallo described the new route as a major boost to relations between Nigeria and Guinea, saying it would facilitate the movement of people, promote trade and unlock fresh economic opportunities for both countries.

Similarly, Thiam Oumar Sekou said improved air connectivity would support the growth of Guinea’s aviation sector while strengthening regional integration across West Africa.

Nigeria’s Ambassador to Guinea, Umaru Kamfu, commended Air Peace for expanding its African network, noting that the new service would enhance bilateral relations and provide more convenient travel options for passengers across the region.

Speaking on behalf of the airline, Ngala described the inaugural flight as another significant step in Air Peace’s drive to build a stronger African route network.

He said the addition of Conakry and Bamako would allow passengers from the airline’s domestic destinations to connect seamlessly through Lagos to regional and international destinations, including London and the Caribbean.

Ngala reaffirmed the airline’s commitment to bringing African cities closer through enhanced connectivity, greater convenience and expanded access to business and tourism opportunities.

After departing Conakry, the inaugural flight continued to Bamako, where it was received at Modibo Keita International Airport by Deputy Director of Assistance Aéroportuaire du Mali, Abdrahamane Farota; Technical Director, Bahide Konandji, representing the airport’s Director General; and members of the Nigerian community in Mali.

Farota welcomed Air Peace’s entry into the Malian market, describing the new service as a catalyst for stronger trade, tourism and economic cooperation between Nigeria and Mali.

Konandji also said the route would improve regional air connectivity and provide easier access to destinations across Air Peace’s expanding network.

Members of the Nigerian community in Mali hailed the direct service, saying it would significantly ease travel and strengthen ties between Nigerians and Malians.

With the addition of Conakry and Bamako, Air Peace now operates to 13 destinations across West Africa, further cementing its position as one of the region’s leading carriers and advancing its goal of making Lagos a key aviation hub for travel within Africa and beyond.